Heavy Equipment Operator

Safely operate and/or have the ability to operate various equipment including excavator, front loader, bulldozer, or other heavy equipment and/or steer equipment to bale, load and move waste material. Why Join Team Green? At GFL, our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow for life! Our employees are affectionately known as Team Green, a name that unites us all under our shared purpose of providing sustainable solutions to enable our customers and communities to be GREEN FOR LIFE! If you are looking for a stable, year-round position with a dependable schedule, excellent overtime opportunities, and a team that has your back, you belong here. The Schedule & Pay Stability Hours: Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Saturdays: Half-day shift every other week. No Seasonal Layoffs: This is permanent, year-round work with reliable, long overtime hours built right into your weekly schedule. Rate: Starting at $24/hour Key Responsibilities Equipment Operation: Safely and efficiently operate a variety of heavy machinery—including excavators, front loaders, bulldozers, and steer equipment—to bale, load, and move waste materials into trailers. Daily Maintenance: Take pride in your machine. Perform daily inspections, greasing, fluid checks, and minor maintenance to keep your equipment running smoothly. Site Upkeep: Clear debris and trash from tracks, gears, and mechanisms at least once daily (or as needed) to prevent downtime. Help maintain the overall appearance of the grounds and facility. Teamwork & Safety: Use a two-way radio to stay in constant communication with co-workers and the front office regarding daily priorities. Constantly follow company safety policies and local/federal regulations. Flexibility: Jump in and substitute for other operators on the crew when needed to keep the site running seamlessly. What You Bring to the Team Certification: Must have a valid forklift certification. Ability to obtain a Transfer Station/Landfill Operations Certification if required. Experience: Proven ability to operate heavy machinery under minimal supervision, read equipment gauges, and handle basic math functions. Communication: Ability to read, speak, and write English clearly to coordinate safely with the team. Physical Strength: Ability to stand, sit, walk, climb, and work in tight spaces. Must be able to frequently lift/push/pull up to 25 lbs and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs. Grit: Comfortable working 100% outdoors in all weather conditions (except lightning) and in moderate-to-loud environment settings. What’s In It For You (GFL Benefits) 15 Days of Paid Time Off (PTO) + Paid Holidays 4 Medical Plan Options (including an HSA with employer contribution & match program) Comprehensive Coverage: Full medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering free counseling services for you and your family % of the time. We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date. This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team. Current GFL Employees If you are an existing GFL employee and would like to search and apply to current job openings, please visit the internal GFL Jobs Hub. At the heart of GFL lies our greatest asset—our people. So, we're glad you landed here! We believe in great careers, making a positive impact on the environment and supporting our people with their life ambitions. We aspire to create the right jobs in a way that brings you along with us. At GFL, growth isn’t just for our business—it’s for our people. Because we see the potential in all our employees to do whatever it is they set their mind to, and we’re proud to support them in that journey. We consider our employees’ personal goals, helping them create the career, and life, that they desire—whether it’s advancing in their job, learning new skills, forming lasting relationships, or mentoring others, while having time to pursue other life ambitions. With safety and sustainability at the core of what we do, we all come together to form “Team Green”—united by our shared purpose to provide environmental solutions that enable our customers and the communities we serve to be Green For Life. We’re proud to say that working for GFL is more than a job. It’s an opportunity to make a difference and grow tremendously along the way. Regardless of the work we’re doing today, we’ve got our sights set on the big picture—not just tomorrow, but for life. GFL empowers those looking for growth in their career and lives, whether that's on our Field Operations teams or Professional Services teams. Field Operations – Our Field positions offer candidates across North America the potential for limitless growth and skill expansion as the front line of our organization, making them central to our company's vision of creating cleaner and more sustainable communities. Professional Services – Our Corporate positions located in key North American offices grow candidates to form strong client relations, manage key programs and accounts, and ensure our Field teams are operating at maximum efficiency.